Iran's Konkur Exam Determines Military Service Amid Ongoing Conflict

In Iran, the Konkur exam, a rigorous 4.5-hour university entrance test, has become a critical determinant for young men to avoid mandatory military service amid escalating regional conflict. Passing the exam grants exemption from 18 to 24 months of conscription, while failure leads to immediate enlistment. Due to ongoing air raids and missile strikes, many students prepare in underground shelters with limited resources and internet access, intensifying the exam's challenges and psychological pressure.